How’s your year going?! I can’t believe that it’s already January 5 and this is my first post. I enjoyed a nice two-week break and am excited for all that I have planned to share with you for this year! One thing is getting back to my weekly menu planning.
Not only is menu planning helpful for me, but it’s a great way for you to see what we’re eating to stay healthy and get fit for 2015. {That’s one of my goals. Is it one of yours to? I’ve organized a fun DietBet which begins on January 12, where you can lose WEIGHT AND win MONEY! Woo-hoo! Join me by registering at DietBetter.com!}
You may recall that I don’t typically plan our lunches, working from home allows me to eat the leftovers from the night before. Today, I’ll be having a delicious turkey chili. Perfect for the cold weather! For the rest of the week, I think I’ll make Tabbouleh Salad to serve with simple sandwiches or sliced deli meats.
Last week, I was chatting with the store artist at my local Whole Foods Market and she shared that her goal this year is to have salad on her plate at every meal. I’m totally copying her. While I do love salads, I’ve been slacking in that area recently. But times are changing!
Monday: Oven-baked chicken breast, roasted onions and purple potatoes, with a green salad.
Tuesday: Turkey Taco Tuesday! Tuesdays are one of my favorite days of the week. We use ground turkey breast and flavorful spices in our tacos. Because of our commitment to salad every day, we’re having our tacos as salads. Lettuce, diced tomato, onions, salsa, guacamole, and a bit of cheese. My mouth is watering already!
Wednesday: Homemade Pasta with Turkey Meatballs, garlic bread, and green salad. I’ve had the pasta attachment for my KitchenAid mixer for a few years, this year I’m putting it to work! Fresh pasta is delicious and easy to make. Wait until I share the recipe with you!
Thursday: Oven-roasted whole chicken. Roasting a whole chicken is one of the easiest meals to prepare. It tastes delicious and you can use any leftover chicken for another meal! My plan is to serve it along side parmesan cauliflower and garden salad.
Friday: Date night!
Saturday: Homemade Pizza. Pizza can be healthy as long as you choose your options wisely. Tonight, we’ll use leftover chicken, spinach, diced tomato, and a combination of Asiago and mozzarella cheeses. Combining flavorful cheeses means you can use less, without sacrificing the taste.
Sunday: A lighter version of shrimp scampi. I love making and eating shrimp scampi. It takes moments to cook, yet tastes like you’ve spent a long time in the kitchen!
These flavorful and easy meals will help me stay on track this first week of the year! And remember, if you’re serious about losing weight and getting fit, join me for a fun DietBet game!
Need inspiration about how to create a successful menu plan for your family? Read this!
